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Twin explosions rock security HQs in Syrian city AleppoThe blasts come as escalating violence between regime forces and an increasingly militarized opposition has raised fears the conflict is spiraling toward civil war.
Will Brazil's Carnival be canceled?Police in Rio de Janeiro agreed to a strike last night, just days ahead of the world's most famous carnival celebration.
Rapper 50 Cent joins battle against Somali hungerThe multimillionaire rap star 50 Cent took a tour of a displacement camp inside Somalia to raise awareness on hunger. Does it help when celebrities do good?
Pressure for Western intervention in Syria builds with fresh assaultsA Syrian Army invasion of opposition neighborhoods in Homs is seemingly imminent and explosions rocked the northern city of Aleppo today.
Pakistan Supreme Court rejects prime minister's appeal. What's the next step?Pakistan Prime Minister Gilani's appeal of his contempt charges was thrown out today, paving the way for indictment. Some say the ruling benefits the powerful military.
Why Egypt may not care about losing US aidSome say that Egypt's military rulers may be willing to forgo $1.3 billion in aid if it means a boost in popularity.
Brazil's Petrobras names first female CEOWomen rise in Latin America: the Petrobras board meets today to confirm Maria das Gracas Foster as first female CEO for Latin America's largest firm.
In Ireland, EU treaty on debt remains in doubtIf Ireland rejects a recent EU treaty in a national referendum, it could undermine the fiscal compact Europe is hoping will bring the debt crisis under control.
Cuba embargo turns 50: is this what JFK intended?Ten presidents later, the US still prohibits nearly all trade and financial transactions with Cuba. But the embargo may work against our national interests, writes guest blogger Landau French.
Nigeria: is the recent oil violence connected to upcoming elections?Group known for bombing oil pipelines has allegedly returned to the Niger Delta, just in time for Saturday's gubernatorial elections in President Goodluck Jonathan's home state.
Gorbachev talks! (And Putin won't like what he's saying.)Mikhail Gorbachev, a man who knows something about losing control of Russia, met with students today and warned of swelling protests against Vladimir Putin if he retakes the presidency.
Who is Spain's Judge Baltasar Garzón? Five key questions answered. Spanish Judge Baltasar Garzón was found guilty today on charges of illegal wiretapping and abuse of power. Garzón is known as a “super judge” because of the high profile human rights cases he has overseen internationally.
Crisis in Maldives: Police issue warrant for ousted presidentThe former president of the Maldives awaited arrest in his house on Thursday, vowing to stay and fight against the government he says ousted him in a coup.
- Batwing: an African superhero for an American audience
Batwing is an AIDS orphan and a former child soldier. Guest blogger Sipho Hlongwane says DC Comics's latest character is believable, but Africans seek a hero who reforms system from within.
Greece secures last-minute bailout deal, but it will hurtGreece has agreed to implement painful austerity measures – including a 22 percent cut in the minimum wage – in order to receive the money it needs to pay off debt due in March.
Despite Fukushima disaster, anti-nuclear activists fight uphill battle in JapanEven though most Japanese now oppose nuclear power, activists say building a strong movement has proven difficult.
Nokia publishes policy on African conflict mineralsNokia says it will not buy mineral products that benefit armed groups or those engaging in human rights abuses. Guest blogger Curt Hopkins asks how they will implement their policy.
Somalia's Al Shabab launches suicide attack ahead of talksCar bomb kills 15 in the government-controlled center of Mogadishu just weeks before Somali officials attend a London conference on long-term solutions to country's unrest.
Iran evades US sanctions by paying with goldIran bought 200,000 tons of Australian, and possibly US, wheat last week with gold. Commodities traders say Iran is also pitching oil barter deals for grains.
US drone strikes in Pakistan on rise againA US drone killed three suspected militants in Pakistan's northwest tribal region, including the de facto leader of Al Qaeda, in the second such attack in as many days.
